Ariel Duren
 

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Education and Licensing

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•  Master's Degree in Construction Management and Design Technology - Harvard University GSD - 2003

•  Bachelor of Architecture Degree -  Buenos Aires University - 1999

• MD state and  Montgomery County Licensed Home Builder

Previous Experience

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• Frank Gehry Technologies, NYC - 2008-2008

• Rafael Viñoly Architects, NYC - 2004-2007                                                                     

• Martha Schwartz Landscapes – MA - 2000-2001              

• Duren Constructions – Buenos Aires - 1995-2000

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Bio

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Ariel brings 20+ years of experience in the design and management of architectural projects to DUREN PROJECTS LLC. His vast knowledge in the field, creative vision, and leadership skills help him to foster the balance each project needs to fit in its specific economic and cultural context. Ariel holds a master’s degree in construction management and design technology from Harvard University (2003) and a professional 6-year degree in architecture from Buenos Aires University (1999). Ariel has worked as an architect-designer and construction technology consultant for several internationally recognized firms, such as Frank Gehry Technologies, Gensler, TEN Architects, and Viñoly Architects in New York and Martha Schwartz Partners in Boston.  Through these collaborations and the diversity of the types of projects, he has become exceptionally well-versed in the field of design and 3D design tools for optimizing the design and construction process. Ariel currently owns Duren Projects LLC, a design-build firm specializing in residential architecture, with projects in the United States, Argentina and Canada. He also founded Maker-Links.org, which brings educational programs, 3D-design, and 3D-printing technologies to young students, fueling their creativity.

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